Care in the sauna
Infusions: invigorate and relax
The matching aroma oil makes the recovery perfect: In public baths is usually at each sauna, at what time which infusion takes place. Who makes it himself, should not drip the oil on the stones pure, but distribute three to five drops in a water cell.
Softwood oils such as fir and pine strengthen, harmonize and ensure a clear head. Citrus oils such as grapefruit, orange and lime brighten the mood and make you feel fresh. Rosemary stimulates the circulation beautifully and invigorates. Relax cedar and rosewood.
More tips:
Is sauna good for the care of my skin?
When you sweat it is cleaned, the subsequent cold cast ensures that the pores contract and the skin is refined - this is especially good for a greasy or impure complexion. The high temperature stimulates blood circulation and metabolism and stimulates cell renewal; A study by the University Hospital Jena also showed that the defensive function of the skin improves in the long term and the sauna sessions are recommended even with a dry complexion.
What to do with problem skin?
If you have very dry skin or enlarged capillaries (couperose), apply a rich cream one to two hours before, put a cool cloth on the sensitive parts during the sauna session and sit on the lower benches. A good alternative is a bio-sauna (about 30 to 50 percent humidity) or a steam bath (about 95 percent humidity): "The warm mist removes dry skin cells particularly well and cushions the skin perfectly at the same time," Dr. Birgit Kunze, Dermatologist from Hamburg.
special care
The heat expands the pores, and active ingredients can be absorbed even better. To take advantage of this effect, nourishing additives are used in some saunas, eg. Moisturizing honey or smoothing sea salt. But there are also special cosmetics in the trade, which is specially adapted to the high temperatures and does not melt immediately. Nevertheless, in any case underlay a towel so that nothing drips on the wood.
Shiny hair
The high temperatures also open up the outer cuticle of the hair - regenerating cures now penetrate particularly deeply and look even more effective.
Perfect for after
Sauna is good for the skin, but at the same time the warmth and low humidity of the air can bring the natural protective film out of balance. To keep the moisture in the skin, it is best to apply a cream that is rich in oils, such as olive or almond.
D rather not!
After the sauna do not apply facial care with retinol or fruit acids - this could irritate the complexion too much. Soothing creams are much better, for example with thermal water.
